Im thinking of going... racing..

i have messed with parking lots.. and streets.. and i want to go a bit serious on this..

Im a bit confused..

what i am searcing for is... speed and durability... .12 Engine

Any suggestions?


i am looking at:

1) 12TZ (P) T3 Speed Tuned Engine
Displacement: 2.1 cc
Bore: 0.54 in (13.8 mm)
Stroke: 0.55 in (14.0 mm)
Output: 1.65 ps @ 34,400 rpm
Practical rpm range: 5,000-43,000
Weight w/o muffler: 7.9 oz (224.5 g)

2) Nova PLUS12-3CT
Displacement: 2.09 cm3
Maximum power: 1.60 hp
R.P.M. (M.P.) 41.400 rpm
Practical Range: 6.000 - 42.200 rpm
Bore x Stroke: 13.70 mm x 14.25 mm
Ports nr.: 3
Piston type: Microcasted
Crankshaft Ø: 11.50 mm
Crankshaft Type :TURBO/SG
Glow Plug Type: Turbo


Im still new to the hobby... but.. i want an engine that i can depend on.. speed and durability...

also.. with the type of engine.. (assuming that i dont lean it that much..) how mny gal of gas.. can i consume.. before it starts to break.. replace.. this.. that.. etc.. (anyone got experience on the engines above?)

dont want to commit an expensive mistake.. help pls..


Tnx in advance!